…food marketing practices. This information came from farmers and ranchers who had previously reported local food marketing activity on prior surveys and a census. In light of the extreme dynamics…
Almond Update: Understanding Herbicide Resistance in Orchards
…growing as new chemistries for management are slow to develop. Of the 30 confirmed occurrences of resistance in California, 13 of those weeds can often be found in almonds. As…
Almond Update: Deadline Approaching for Almond Achievement Awards Nominations
…the needle for the industry and perhaps doesn’t work in almonds every single day.” The nominations for each of the achievement awards will be due by Friday, October 15. The…
Caring for Your Homegrown Pineapple Plant
…plant. Pick a container that has a lot of drainage holes to avoid standing water. If you planted tops, it can take up to three years for fruits to mature,…
Type of Melons Known for Their Sweet, Enticing Flavor
…orange flesh. Sarah’s Choice have a super creamy sweet flavor that melts in your mouth and smells really good. Hannah’s Choice is another hybrid and has a rich sweet taste…
Helpful Tips for Preparing the Garden for the Cold Season Ahead
…violas. Tropical plants might also need to be pruned and moved to shadier spots on the porch in preparation for their transition indoors for the winter, where light levels are…
Fiddle-Leaf Figs are an Evergreen Ornamental “In” Plant to Have
…beautiful, with its massive, Jurassic-looking foliage, this popular houseplant has a bit of a reputation for being particularly fickle in regards to light, water, soil, and temperature. Just a warning….
Almond Update: New Cover Crop BMPs Available for Growers
…new cover crop BMPs can serve as a tool for all growers, despite their previous experience level with cover cropping. “At the beginning of the guide, we have a single-page…
Almond Update: Registration Opens for the 2021 Almond Conference
…a later time on-demand on our YouTube channel.” Registration is available online at Almonds.com/conference. Listen to Bailey’s full interview below. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director,…
Health Bite: Comparing Milk and Alternatives
…different foods to find our taste preference. If keeping calories low or high is the primary goal, the lightest option is almond milk at just 30 calories per cup. Whole…
New Directors of Almond Board of California Begin Their Terms
…around our state. They bring a great energy and an impressive range of experience, and we’re all eager to continue moving California almonds forward as one of the state’s most…
Toughest Ground Covers to Solve the Worst Garden Problems
…can even tolerate light foot traffic. If it’s dry, it’s time for Thyme. This aromatic groundcover excels in beds, borders, and containers. Hens-and-chicks is a small but mighty succulent that’s…
Committee Hearings Shine a Light on Issues Within the Food Supply Chain
Two Congressional committee hearings were held recently to examine areas of the food supply chain that need improvements. The House Agriculture Committee Subcommittee on Livestock and Foreign Agriculture held a…
Almond Update: Almond Journey Podcast Details Grower’s Experience with Dust Reduction
…of almonds, Sill noted their adoption of new technologies and practices has helped keep the farm successful over the years. Working to reduce dust during harvest is one practice Sill…